The Purpose of Life

Our first and foremost commitment is to do sevā (service) in the world.

If there is fear or confusion in your life, it is because of a lack of commitment.

The very thought, 'I am here in this world to do sevā', dissolves the 'I' and when the 'I' dissolves, worries dissolve. Sevā is not something you do out of convenience or for pleasure. The ultimate purpose of life is to be of service.

An uncommitted mind is miserable. A committed mind may experience rough weather but will reap the fruits of its toil.

When you make service your sole purpose in life, it eliminates fear, brings focus, purposefulness, action, long-term joy - and may be short-term problems!

November 12th, 1998 Bangalore Ashram, India

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